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Programme: Europe for Citizens
Identifier: 621813-CITIZ-1-2020-1-IT-CITIZ-NT
Title: Alternative Narratives for Tolerance and Intercultural Dialogue to Overcome sTereotypes and spread Equality - ANTIDOTE
Summary
The ANTIDOTE project has contributed to countering divisive narratives that polarize public opinion. Through an initial research phase aimed at examining political rhetoric that polarizes the masses by stigmatizing "others," "migrants," or "minorities," the project drew attention to the intricate web of concepts that create confusion surrounding immigration and aim to divide public opinion. Following this research phase, the Antidote team gathered to study the research results and the content of events and activities that would later be implemented at the local level. These activities and events were conceived as tools to dismantle prevailing divisive discourses and narratives and replace them with alternative narratives rooted in tolerance and intercultural dialogue, with the primary goal of breaking down stereotypes and combating the stigmatization of "others." Simultaneously, local Antidote campaigns were launched to raise public awareness about extremist and populist movements. The aim was to promote intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding. Participants in these campaigns, especially the involved youth workers, underwent a transnational training course conducted in Bucharest, Romania, led by professionals experienced in intercultural dialogue. The course honed their skills, equipping them with tools to craft alternative narratives suitable for specific cultural contexts and to promote intercultural dialogue by fostering debates within their respective communities. The project initiated a local campaign in the participating countries, where the youth workers, trained in the previous Bucharest training, could leverage their acquired skills. Their mission was to address the polarization of public opinion, promoting opportunities for social and intercultural engagement at the European Union level. Citizens involved in this phase were able to develop and disseminate alternative narratives, sparking debates, provoking reflections, and increasing awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity in Europe. This promoted mutual understanding and tolerance, contributing to the cultivation of a respectful, dynamic, and multifaceted European identity. Moreover, several activities were implemented to promote inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunities for migrants. These activities encompassed a series of international conferences aimed at addressing the various challenges and opportunities faced by migrants and the communities hosting them. One such conference focused on exploring avenues for creating a more inclusive labour market for migrants. Titled "Towards a More Inclusive Labour Market for Migrants: Seizing the Potential by Addressing the Challenges," this event delved into concrete solutions for enhancing cooperation at the local level to combat discrimination and promote diversity in the workplace. Another conference addressed the theme of "Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion," examining ways in which towns and regions across Europe can evolve towards societies that are more diverse, equal, and inclusive. Finally, educational tools were created to enhance the understanding of European Union citizens about its history and diversity, along with specific teaching resources like the Antidote manual aimed at understanding cultural differences and promoting successful integration by deconstructing past and present processes of stigmatization. In conclusion, during the final conference, the project's highlights were presented, and the achieved results were showcased. The concluding meeting in Budapest also laid the groundwork for future efforts in combating stigmatization and promoting unity through intercultural dialogue.
Start Date: 01-09-2020
End Date: 31-08-2023
Duration in months: 36
Total Budget: 138600
Details
Year (Call): 2020
Country: 20000922 31008860 20000825 20001004 20000883 20000990 20000952 20000986 20000960 20000836 20000913 20000994 20000871 20000911 20000872
Activity: Strand2: Democratic engagement and civic participation
Sub-Activity: Networks of towns
Coordinator
Organisation: COMITATO GEMELLAGGI
Address: VIA POZZO BERARDINELLI 1
Postal Code: 86044
City: COLLETORTO
Country:
Region: Italy Extra-Regio NUTS 2
Organisation type: Twinning committee/Network
PIC: 952844290
DRUSTVO ZA RAZVIJANJE PROSTOVOLJNEGA DELA NOVO MESTO
Address: ROZMANOVA ULICA 30
Postal Code: 8000
Region: Jugovzhodna Slovenija
City: NOVO MESTO
PIC: 946969873
MUNICIPALITY OF DEMIR KAPIJA
Address: "11TI OKTOMVRI"
Postal Code: 1442
Region: Вардарски (Vardarski)
City: DEMIR KAPIJA
PIC: 937381908
KUNSILL LOKALI XGHAJRA
Address: TRIQ DWARDU ELLUL DELLE GRAZIE BATTERY
Postal Code: XJR 1360
Region: Malta
City: XGHAJRA
PIC: 936767025
EVROPSKE CENTRUM MLADEZE BRECLAV EUROPEAN YOUTH CENTRE BRECLAV Z. S.
Address: SADY 28. RIJNA 1
Postal Code: 690 02
Region: Jihomoravský kraj
City: BRECLAV
PIC: 948659516
MUNICIPIO DE PAREDES
Address: PARQUE JOSE GUILHERME
Postal Code: 4580 130
Region: Norte
City: PAREDES
PIC: 948760202
BETTER LIFE IN KOSOVA
Address: RR BAJRAM BAHTIRI 51
Postal Code: 10000
Region: Kosovo
City: PRISTINA
PIC: 947456328
KULTURALIS KAPCSOLATOKERT ALAPITVANY
Address: GYONGYOSI UTCA 45, 8 LH., FSZT 3
Postal Code: 1131
Region: Hungary Extra-Regio NUTS 3
City: BUDAPEST
PIC: 938931192
S.E.A.L CYPRUS (CYPRUS ORGANISATION FOR SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION AND ACTIVE LEARNING)
Address: FOTI PITTA 4 STROVOLOS 28914
Postal Code: 2084
Region: Cyprus Extra-Regio NUTS 3
City: STROVOLOS
PIC: 948042402
BASHKIA LEZHE
Address: SHESHI GJERGJ KASTRIOTI, N. 1
Postal Code: 4501
Region: Albania
City: LEZHA
PIC: 913463842
AJUNTAMENT DE GUADASSUAR
Address: C/, MAYOR, 43
Postal Code: 46610
Region: Comunidad Valenciana
City: GUADASSUAR
PIC: 913542315
ASOCIATIA BE YOU
Address: TUDOR VLADIMIRESCU, 85
Postal Code: 137397
Region: Sud - Muntenia
City: VALEA VOIEVOZILOR
PIC: 923921218
BOSNIAN REPRESENTATIVE ASSOCIATION FOR VALUABLE OPPORTUNITIES
Address: ULICA VALTERA PERICA BROJ 9
Postal Code: 71000
Region: Bosnia And Herzegovina
City: SARAJEVO
PIC: 910002203
GMINA PELPLIN
Address: PL GRUNWALDZKI 4
Postal Code: 83 130
Region: Pomorskie
City: PELPIN
PIC: 902517101
USTANOVA ZA OBRAZOVANJE ODRASLIH DANTE
Address: WENZELOVA 2
Postal Code: 51000
Region: Primorsko-goranska županija
City: RIJEKA
PIC: 947034281
ODISSEA SOCIETA COOPERATIVA SOCIALE
Address: VIA CARDINALE PACINI 8
Postal Code: 55012
Region: Toscana
City: CAPANNORI
PIC: 890958484
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